Gastro Health - Maryland

06/16/2026

June is Dysphagia Awareness Month. Dysphagia is the medical term for difficulty swallowing.

Gastro Health's Dr. Arsheya Patel explains that while it may seem like a minor inconvenience, trouble swallowing can be a sign of an underlying digestive condition that should not be ignored.

Difficulty swallowing is common but should not be ignored.

06/15/2026

The World Cup is all about goals. So is your health.

If you're 45 or older, make a colonoscopy your next goal. Unlike other screening tests, a colonoscopy can help PREVENT and DETECT colon cancer by finding and removing precancerous polyps before they become cancer.

Colon cancer is now the leading cause of cancer death in people under 50, but it is highly treatable when caught early.

So, score one for your future. Schedule your colonoscopy today!

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06/05/2026

If you're 45 or older and have not been screened for colon cancer, we're looking at you.

Colon cancer is now the leading cause of cancer-related death in people under 50. The recommended age to begin screening used to be 50, but has since been lowered to age 45.

A colonoscopy is considered the gold standard for colon cancer screening because it allows your doctor to examine the entire colon. During the procedure, precancerous polyps can be detected and removed before they have a chance to develop into cancer.

When caught early, colon cancer is often highly treatable. So if you're 45 or older, schedule a colonoscopy today!

06/02/2026

Thinking about surgery for ulcerative colitis? Gastro Health's Dr. Luis Hernandez spoke with Everyday Health about important considerations.

Surgery to remove the colon and re**um can help eliminate UC symptoms, but you may still have gastrointestinal symptoms later on. Learn what to expect from the procedure.

05/22/2026

Our care centers will be closed on Monday, May 25. Wishing everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day weekend.

05/13/2026

Digestive issues like bloating and acid reflux are common during perimenopause. Gastro Health's Dr. Asma Khapra spoke to Health about what may help bring some symptom relief.

Everything you need to know about gastrointestinal symptoms in the lead-up to menopause.

05/07/2026

🎊Happy ! This week — and every week — we're thankful for our incredible nurses. Across our Care Centers, ASCs, and Infusion Suites, our nurses are vital to what we do at Gastro Health. Thank you, Nurses!

05/04/2026

Our Team had a great time at this year's first Anne Arundel River Days Festival!

05/01/2026

Gastro Health's Dr. Rashmi Tadiparthi spoke to Everyday Health about foods and drinks to avoid when you're dealing with hemorrhoids.

Certain foods can worsen hemorrhoid symptoms by triggering constipation, dehydration, or irritation. Here are 7 foods to avoid with hemorrhoids, according to experts.

04/22/2026

Gastro Health's Dr. Caroline Soyka tells Everyday Health why using the bathroom might help you feel better.

Find out why bowel movements, a routine bodily function, can feel satisfying — or even euphoric — at times. Experts reveal why defecation can bring a sense of relief.